Brazil
Rio de Janeiro State Shows the Greatest Interest in Real-Money Gambling in Brazil
The state of Rio de Janeiro has a disproportionally high number of real-money gamblers when you compare the percentage of players from the state making up the market share of total players in Brazil, against the population of the state of Rio de Janeiro.
Research by ENV Media, a performance-based media agency working in the iGaming industry, found that 14% of all real money gamblers in Brazil currently reside in the State of Rio de Janeiro. Yet the Brazilian 2022 census revealed that just roughly 7.9% of Brazil’s total population lives in the state of Rio de Janeiro. In other words, residents of the state of Rio de Janeiro make up almost twice the number of real-money gamblers in Brazil than the numbers relating to the state’s population suggest they should.
Break Down of Brazil’sd Most Populous States
With a population of 16,054, 524, Rio de Janeiro is the third biggest state in Brazil by population, behind Minas Gerais (20,538,718) and Sao Paulo (44,420, 459). According to the latest Brazilian Census carried out in 2022 by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatistica, Brazil’s current population is 203,062, 512. That makes it the seventh most populated country in the world, one above Bangladesh and one below Nigeria.
Top 10 States | Population | % of Population | Player Share |
São Paulo | 44,420,459 | 21.80% | 24% |
Minas Gerais | 20,538,718 | 10.10% | 5% |
Rio de Janeiro | 16,054,524 | 7.90% | 14% |
Bahia | 14,136,417 | 6.90% | 6% |
Paraná | 11,443,208 | 5.60% | 5% |
Rio Grande do Sul | 10,880,506 | 5.30% | 7% |
Pernambuco | 9,058,155 | 4.40% | 5% |
Ceara | 8,791,688 | 4.30% | 6% |
Pará | 8,116,132 | 4% | 2% |
Santa Catarina | 7,609,601 | 3.70% | 3% |
Goiás | 7,055,228 | 3.40% | 5% |
What about the Other States?
When focusing just on the top 10 most populous states in Brazil, which between them account for 77.4% of the total Brazilian population, there are some other eye-catching conclusions. Like the state of Rio de Janeiro, the state of Sao Paulo also accounts for a higher share of real-money gambling taking place in licensed online casinos based in Brazil when compared to the percentage of the overall population. But in this case, the difference is far smaller.
The state of Sao Paulo hosts 21.8% of Brazilian inhabitants and accounts for 24% of real-money players in Brazil, by far the state that houses the greatest number of gamblers in Brazil. The states of Rio Grande do Sul, Pernambuco, Ceara and Goiás all also accounted for a bigger share of the Brazilian gambling market than the share of the Brazilian population that they make up.
Goiás for example, hosts just 3.4% of Brazilians, yet players from that state make up 5% of Brazilian players who play for real cash. On the other hand, people from the states of Santa Catarina, Pará, Paraná and Bahia were in the opposite camp. In all four cases, the proportion of the Brazilian population they made up was less than the proportion they made up of the Brazilian gambling market.
Minas Gerais Residents Keep their Money in their Pockets
But the biggest discrepancy of all is related to the state of Minas Gerais. With a state population of 20,538, 718 as per 2022 numbers, it makes up 10.1% of the total Brazilian population. Yet the ENV research shows that residents of the state make up just 5% of real-money Brazilian gamblers.
That suggests that the state of Minas Gerais, whose cities include Belo Horizonte, Uberlandia, Contage and Juiz de Forma, is yet to embrace real-money gambling at the same rate as those from other Brazilian states.
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PRAGMATIC PLAY AND BPLAY SEAL DEAL TO FURTHER EXPAND BRAZILIAN FOOTHOLD
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, has signed its latest Latin American agreement, this time with leading operator bplay to solidify its position in the rapidly expanding Brazilian market.
The integration of Pragmatic Play’s award-winning products into the operator’s portfolio will allow bplay customers to enjoy a range of Slots, Live Casino and Virtual Sports content, including popular titles such as Gates of Olympus and Blackjack X.
In total, bplay will gain access to more than 300 Slot titles, market leading Virtual Sports titles, and award-winning Live Casino games as it looks to establish itself in the vibrant Brazilian market.
It is the latest deal signed by Pragmatic Play in Latin America, where it continues to grow its commercial presence, aligning with the company’s impressive growth strategy in the region.
Victor Arias, Vice President of Latin American Operations at ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play, said: “Partnering with bplay reinforces Pragmatic Play’s dedication to delivering unparalleled gaming experiences to players in key Latin American markets and highlights the success in growing its commercial footprint in Brazil.”
Leopoldo Saravi, Product Manager at bplay, added: “Partnering with Pragmatic Play marks an important step forward for us as we continue to provide leading entertainment to our players across the Brazilian iGaming landscape.
“Pragmatic Play’s ever-expanding portfolio already resonates highly amongst players on the continent, so adding its titles to our platform will increase our overall offering and helps us meet the evolving needs of our customer base.”
Andre Filipe Neves
Salsa Technology Hails Hugely Successful BIS SiGMA Americas
Salsa Technology has hailed a hugely successful BIS SiGMA Americas where it presented its Latin America-ready solutions. Sao Paulo’s Transamerica Expo provided the backdrop for the Brazilian iGaming community to come together to discuss all the major trends and developments in the region.
From Salsa Technology’s biggest stand yet at the event, the team was on hand for the duration to share info about the cutting-edge technology and highly-flexible solutions created specifically to meet the needs of local markets. The GLI-certified PAM, Salsa Omni, was a hot topic for those seriously exploring the regulated Brazilian market. It provides a comprehensive solution that includes secure migrations for peace of mind. Salsa Technology’s recent collaboration and seamless launch with NossaBet sparked many new conversations around partnerships.
“Seeing the sheer number of people visiting our stand and enquiring about our Latin America-ready solutions filled me with pride,” the founder of Salsa Technology, Peter Nolte, said. “There is huge momentum in the region following the regulatory advancements and we’re perfectly positioned to support those wanting to succeed here.”
Many productive exchanges were focused on Salsa Gator given its unrivalled ability to provide casino gaming in the regulated Brazilian market, complying with the specific requirements laid out by state regulators.
During the two days in Sao Paulo, Salsa Technology’s signature Senhor do Bomfim wish ribbons were in high demand, while the artisanal cachaca kept the conversations flowing.
“This year’s BIS SiGMA Americas event was the best yet for the business as the focus has never been sharper on what our solutions can deliver within the region,” the Chief Operating Officer for Salsa Technology, Andre Filipe Neves, said. “Attendees arrived with clear intentions and demands to discuss how best to expand into these regulated markets. Our preparation set the stage for significant success.”
BiS SiGMA Americas
Sportingtech Places New Local Talent Front and Center at BiS SiGMA Americas
Award-winning provider highlights vast Latin American expertise at show
Full-service betting and gaming platform provider Sportingtech has introduced some of its newly-appointed Latin American team at this year’s BiS SiGMA Americas, showcasing how its local know-how and intuitive products can elevate any operator’s position in the region.
On-hand for the duration of the event in Sao Paulo was Marina Selmi, Latin America Regional Sales Manager, who outlined the full power of the supplier’s solution. Sportingtech’s expertise in the Latin American market was on display to more than 10,000 delegates, with the company boasting a comprehensive understanding of customer preferences across the region.
Laura Manzella, Senior Account Manager, was also present to provide insight on the current landscape. Manzella was able to inform partners of the latest regulatory updates and detailed the provider’s most recent technological developments to highlight its robust products.
Sportingtech has made great strides in developing its Latin America-facing team in recent months, with boots-on-the-ground personnel keeping abreast of the changing legislative scene to ensure compliance.
The supplier places a huge emphasis on its people and takes pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. To coincide with this, there have been several key hires in senior positions across the company to help accelerate growth, following Chief Executive Officer Tom Ustunel’s appointment in December of 2023.
This year’s event saw Sportingtech pick up another high-profile industry accolade as Ustunel (pictured) won the coveted Chief Executive Officer of the Year award. The win recognized the leadership and commitment he has brought to Sportingtech as the brand is primed for more growth across the globe in 2024.
“BiS SiGMA Americas is certainly one of the most important events in the calendar and we had a tremendous experience at this year’s show,” Ustunel said. “It was important for us to showcase our local team members who have acquired a comprehensive understanding of the region and how we can positively impact the offerings of current and prospective partners. With regulations in Brazil almost finalized and other markets showing unique appeal and growth potential, we are well-placed to exceed operators’ expectations across Latin America.”
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